How to Pick the Predators vs. Rangers Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 17

Published 10:20 am Monday, December 16, 2024

There are plenty of betting options to consider for the upcoming game that has the Nashville Predators squaring off against the New York Rangers at 8:00 PM ET on Tuesday, December 17. To get you prepared to place a wager or put together a parlay, see our best bets and predictions below.

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Predators vs. Rangers Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.8 goals)

  • Nashville and its opponent have combined for more than Tuesday’s over/under of 5.5 goals 12 times this season.
  • This season, 17 of New York’s games have featured more than 5.5 goals.
  • The Predators score 2.26 goals per game, compared to the Rangers’ average of 3.07, adding up to 0.2 fewer goals than this contest’s total of 5.5.
  • These two teams are conceding a combined 6.2 goals per game, 0.7 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Predators Moneyline: -115

  • The Predators have won 38.9% of their games when they’ve been a moneyline favorite this season (7-11).
  • Nashville is 7-11 (winning just 38.9% of its games) when it has played with moneyline odds of -115 or shorter.
  • The implied moneyline probability in this game says the Predators have a 53.5% chance to win.

Rangers Moneyline: -104

  • In four games as the moneyline underdog, New York has secured the upset one time.
  • When the Rangers’ moneyline odds are -104 or longer, they have won a single game in four opportunities.
  • New York has a 51.0% implied probability to win this matchup.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Nashville 4, New York 3

Predators Points Leaders

  • One of Nashville’s top offensive options this season is Roman Josi, who has put up 23 points in 29 games.
  • With nine goals and 11 assists, Filip Forsberg is one of the most important contributors for Nashville with his 20 points (0.6 per game).
  • Nashville’s scoring effort is aided by Jonathan Marchessault’s 20 points. He’s contributed 11 assists.
  • Across 25 games played, Juuse Saros has a goaltending record of 6-14-5. During those games, he’s allowed 67 goals while recording 658 saves.

Rangers Points Leaders

  • Artemi Panarin’s 15 goals and 20 assists in 29 matchups give him 35 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
  • Adam Fox has made a big impact for New York this season with 25 points, thanks to one goal and 24 assists.
  • New York’s Will Cuylle has 23 points (11 goals, 12 assists) this season.
  • New York’s Igor Shesterkin is 10-11-1 this season, compiling 617 saves and permitting 64 goals (3.1 goals against average) with a .906 save percentage (25th in the league).

Predators’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/10/2024 Flames L 4-3 Home -189
12/12/2024 Stars W 4-1 Away +181
12/14/2024 Avalanche L 5-2 Away +146
12/17/2024 Rangers Home -115
12/19/2024 Penguins Home
12/21/2024 Kings Home
12/23/2024 Hurricanes Home

Rangers’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/11/2024 Sabres W 3-2 Away -148
12/14/2024 Kings L 5-1 Home -110
12/15/2024 Blues L 3-2 Away -135
12/17/2024 Predators Away -104
12/20/2024 Stars Away
12/22/2024 Hurricanes Home
12/23/2024 Devils Away

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Nashville vs. New York Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Nashville, Tennessee
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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